Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated a new building for the Central Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL) in New Town, near Kolkata. This modern facility will play a crucial role in strengthening the criminal justice system in West Bengal and Northeast India.
New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrived in Kolkata on Saturday for a two-day visit to West Bengal. During his visit, he inaugurated the new building of the Central Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL) in New Town, near Kolkata. This new state-of-the-art forensic lab aims to strengthen the criminal justice system not only in West Bengal but also in several states of Northeast India.
Furthermore, Amit Shah addressed BJP leaders and officials at the Netaji Indoor Stadium, where in-depth discussions regarding the party's strategy for the 2026 Assembly elections are expected to take place.
Significance of the Central Forensic Science Laboratory
During the inauguration ceremony, Amit Shah stated that the new CFSL building was constructed at a cost of approximately ₹88 crore. This laboratory will play a vital role in developing an evidence-based criminal justice system for West Bengal, Jharkhand, Bihar, Odisha, Assam, Sikkim, and all the states in the Northeast. He explained that this forensic lab will help in handling complex criminal cases with speed and a holistic approach.
Shah also emphasized the importance of using science and technology to combat crime and make the justice process more effective. He highlighted that the scientific equipment and technologies associated with this lab will make it easier to catch criminals and investigate crimes. This will not only control crime but also help in establishing the truth in the judicial process.
Amit Shah's Focus on BJP's Election Preparations
After the inauguration, Amit Shah went to the Netaji Indoor Stadium, where he addressed the state-level leaders and officials of the BJP. According to party sources, the main objective of this meeting was to discuss the preparations and strategy for the 2026 Assembly elections in West Bengal. Amit Shah will provide a roadmap to the party leaders for the upcoming elections and emphasize on reaching out to the people with the central government's schemes.
Suvendu Adhikari, the West Bengal BJP state president, stated that Amit Shah's visit has not only boosted the morale of the party but will also finalize new strategies to strengthen BJP's hold in the state. The BJP had performed well in the previous Assembly elections, and the party aims to come to power in the state in 2026.
Amit Shah's Visit after Prime Minister Modi's Visit
Amit Shah's visit comes a few days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent trip to North Bengal, reflecting the central government's keen interest in the state. Amit Shah will also visit Swami Vivekananda's ancestral home on Shimla Street in North Kolkata on Sunday. According to political analysts, this is Amit Shah's first visit after 'Operation Sindur,' indicating BJP's increased activity and election preparations in West Bengal. Amit Shah's visit also sends a message that the party is committed to establishing a b presence in the state.
Amit Shah was received at the Kolkata airport by West Bengal BJP state president Suvendu Adhikari, Leader of the Opposition Suvendu Adhikari, senior party leaders Agnimitra Paul, Rahul Sinha, and other prominent leaders. These leaders gave Shah a grand welcome, demonstrating unity and strength within the party.
